Publishing Account Executive Jobs in Illinois

A Publishing Account Executive is a critical role in the publishing industry, responsible for managing relationships with clients and maximizing sales opportunities. They develop and implement sales strategies, pitch new products and services, negotiate contracts, and ensure customer satisfaction. Their role also involves analyzing market trends and competitor activity to identify new business opportunities. They often collaborate with various departments, including marketing, editorial, and production, to create and deliver effective campaigns.

Important skills for a Publishing Account Executive include excellent communication and negotiation abilities, strong analytical skills, and a deep understanding of the publishing industry. They should be highly organized, customer-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Knowledge of sales principles and practices, as well as familiarity with CRM software, is also beneficial. While there aren't specific certifications required for this role, a degree in business, marketing, or a related field is usually preferred. Prior experience in sales or account management roles, such as Sales Representative or Account Manager, can be beneficial before becoming a Publishing Account Executive.

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Media Sales Representative

  • Evanston, IL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Evanston, IL
  • 6 hours ago

Radio America is hiring for inside sales representatives at our Evanston and Oak Park locations. These positions involve making presentations to small business owners for their participation in...

Strategic Account Executive (SCP) Midwest

  • Naperville, IL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Naperville, IL
  • 8 hours ago

We help the world run better At SAP, we enable you to bring out your best. Our company culture is focused on collaboration and a shared passion to help the world run better. How? We focus every...

Account Executive, Technology PR

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

A bachelor's degree in a relevant field (public relations, communications, English, journalism, advertising, business) or equivalent work experience....

Senior Account Executive - Midwest - Enterprise Accounts

  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago

We help the world run better At SAP, we enable you to bring out your best. Our company culture is focused on collaboration and a shared passion to help the world run better. How? We focus every...

Assistant Account Executive, Technology PR

  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago

Basic Qualifications: A bachelors degree in a relevant field (public relations, communications, English, journalism, advertising, business) or equivalent work experience....

Senior Account Executive, Integrated Brand

  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 days ago

Edelman is a voice synonymous with trust, reimagining a future where the currency of communication is action. Our culture thrives on three promises: boldness is possibility, empathy is progress,...

Account Manager GME

  • Springfield, IL
  • 15 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 15 days ago

RELX INC Account Manager GME in Springfield , Illinois Account Manager, Global Medical Education Do you enjoy building successful customer relationships? Would you like to deliver a sales strategy...

Assistant Account Executive, Brand

  • Chicago, IL
  • 19 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 19 days ago

verbal communication skills Want to learn from some of the best and brightest in the industry Basic Qualifications: A bachelors degree in a relevant field (public relations, communications, English, journalism...

Assistant Account Executive, Technology

  • Chicago, IL
  • 25 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 25 days ago

Were a team of 100+ dedicated professionals and experts with backgrounds in journalism, digital media, creative strategy, management consulting, and integrated communications marketing.We help our clients...

Corporate Field Account Executive - Midwest

  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago

We help the world run better At SAP, we enable you to bring out your best. Our company culture is focused on collaboration and a shared passion to help the world run better. How? We focus every...

Enterprise Account Executive - Chicago

  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Who we are We're a leading, global security authority that's disrupting our own category. Our encryption is trusted by the major ecommerce brands, the world's largest companies, the major cloud...

Sr. Technical Account Manager, Auth0 Enterprise

  • Chicago, IL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 60+ days ago

Get to know Okta Okta is The World's Identity Company. We free everyone to safely use any technology-anywhere, on any device or app. Our Workforce and Customer Identity Clouds enable secure yet...

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Account Manager, Enterprise

  • Chicago, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 90+ days ago

Account Manager, Enterprise Location availability: For Account Executive or Account Manager roles we offer a range of options: Chicago: Hybrid working 2 days a week in the office Boston, Austin,...

SR. Political Account Executive

  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Bachelor's Degree -- Political Science preferred; or Communications, Journalism, or Business...

Account Executive, Brand

  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago

ABOUT THE ROLE: We are currently looking for an Account Executive to join our Brand team in Chicago. You will succeed at Zeno if you are fearless, media-savvy, resourceful, tenacious, and can...

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Salary for Publishing Account Executive Jobs in Illinois

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHirePublishing research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Publishing Account Executives in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
62.1%
Master's Degree
23.0%
Associate's Degree
4.7%
High School or GED
3.3%
Doctorate Degree
3.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.8%
Some College
1.0%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Publishing Account Executives in Illinois
2-4 years
33.1%
1-2 years
28.9%
None
16.1%
10+ years
8.3%
4-6 years
8.2%
Less than 1 year
5.3%


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